Homestead Creamery Data Breach: Dark Project Ransomware Claim (Nov 2026)
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Homestead Creamery — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group Dark Project. This data breach, discovered on 2026-11-04T20:29:14.845885+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Homestead Creamery |
| Threat Group | Dark Project |
| Summary | About Homestead Creamery Homestead Creamery specializes in premium dairy products made from milk sourced from local A2A2 cows. They offer minimally pasteurized milk, rich ice cream, and all-natural lemonade, all crafted to preserve flavor and quality. Their products are available in returnable glass bottles and can be found in various stores. The company aims to provide delicious, wholesome dairy options for consumers who appreciate quality and taste. As a result of the attack on Company Homestead Creamery, more than 70 GB of confidential data was stolen. More than 120,000 files were not secured by Company and contain data such as banking and other financial information, as well as employees’ personal data. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-11-04T17:24:22.675305+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-11-04T20:29:14.845885+00:00 |
| Region | US |
| Target Domain | www.homesteadcreameryinc.com |
| Business Sector | Agriculture and Food Production |
How to reduce your ransomware risk
Most ransomware intrusions start with a stolen password or a phishing email. A few proactive steps sharply cut your exposure:
- data breach monitoring — close the gap attackers exploit.
- phishing simulation — close the gap attackers exploit.
Want to know if you’re already exposed? Run a free scan with the HookPhish data breach checker.
Disclaimer
HookPhish does not engage in the exfiltration, downloading, taking, hosting, viewing, reposting, or disclosure of any stolen information. All breach data reported here is sourced from publicly available threat intelligence feeds for awareness purposes only.
